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Don't Miss A Great Opportunity To Get On The Property Ladder!
Spacious South Burlington Freehold Townhouse within walking distance to the lake! Located on a quiet family friendly crescent. Large renovated master bedroom. Finished basement with walk-out to backyard and 2 tiered deck. Eat-in kitchen. Air Con and Furnace 3 years old. Conveniently located. Close to QEW, public transportation, schools and shopping.
ALL FOR UNDER 300K!!!
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Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 8, 2012
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To Buy or Not To Buy.....There is NO Question!
Buying a home today...at today’s prices, would have a home owner paying less per month than if that home owner bought a home 25 years ago...at 1987 prices!
I was recently at a real estate symposium and we were discussing the affordability of homeownership in today’s market. We were talking about current purchase prices vs. historic low interest rates and it took us back to a time when ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on April 23, 2012
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Some Kind Words From Another Satisfied Client!
When we were looking for our new home Sean Kavanagh was able to find us the perfect house in our desired location. He is extremely professional, helpful, reliable, and considerate. He made the whole process of purchasing a house a pleasure. He was also able to provide us with many other services to help us with home maintenance and renovations. I would recommend him highly to all my friends and ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on March 1, 2012
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Prices Up & Inventory Down: Get the most $$$ for your home by selling now!
The Hamilton‐Burlington real estate board has just reported 819 property sales through the MLS for the month of January. This represents almost an 11 per cent increase in sales over the same month last year. They have also reported that 7.7 per cent fewer listings were taken in January 2012 compared to January of last year. The average sale price of a property has also risen 4.2% over last year’s ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on February 7, 2012
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What you should know about deeply discounted mortgage rates
You’ve heard the expressions ‘cheapest isn't always best’ OR ‘you get what you pay for’. This also applies to shopping for the best mortgage rates. When you are looking at paying off your largest investment over 25-30 years, it is easy to jump on the lowest rate available. But, the low-rate mortgages could actually cost you more in the long run.
Check The ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on January 20, 2012
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Open House - Sunday January 15th 2:00 - 4:00 - 609 Thornwood Ave. Burlington - $429,900
Completely renovated open concept 3 bed/2 full bath home on quiet street in south Burlington. New kitchen (10)w/maple cabinets, island, ceramic floors and s/s appliances. Lower level w/large family room w/stone fireplace and full bathroom w/glass shower. Professionally landscaped, Freshly painted, Hardwood throughout, roof (11), main floor windows (11), and custom window coverings (11). Seller is ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on January 13, 2012
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"very personable, knowledgeable and helpful" - another satisfied client!
If you are considering selling and/or buying a home, I urge you to contact Sean Kavanagh of Century 21 Miller Real Estate Ltd. He is very personable, knowledgeable and helpful. As someone new to this experience, he helped make the transaction as smooth and stress free as possible. He has vast contacts that helped me get my house ready for market (painter, roofer, contractor, etc) and contacts to ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on October 25, 2011
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Double Air Miles Giveaway Program! - Earn Double the Air Miles when you Buy or Sell with me.
The last time you sold or bought a house, what did you get from your Realtor to say ‘Thanks for your business’? A bottle of wine, a bouquet of flowers, a gift card? How would you like to earn enough Airmiles for a return flight to Montreal, Chicago or New York City!
Let me send you on a vacation with my 2011 Airmiles Giveaway Program.
BONUS Air Miles Giveaway!!!! ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on October 3, 2011
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More Great Words From Some Great Clients!
My wife and I recently bought and sold with Sean, and we were absolutely blown away by his top notch service, dedication, accessibility, and responsiveness. His marketing of our town house was great and very in tune with the current technology being used by many buyers. He found the perfect home for us to buy, with all of the features we were looking for. Sean provided us with ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on September 9, 2011
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Housing Prices To Remain Stable Into 2012
The Canadian housing market will grow at a much slower pace compared to the surge seen in the past decade. Home resales are expected to grow by 0.9 per cent this year and remain unchanged in 2012, while home prices will increase by 4.4 per cent this year and 0.4 per cent in 2012.
Garth Turner will have you believe that the federal government’s policy to allow 40 year amortized mortgages ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on September 8, 2011
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Picture Perfect - Real Estate Photography 101
If you are preparing your home for sale and want to help your realtor sell your home quickly for maximum dollars, start with setting up for the photo shoot. Today’s buyers are very visual and will look at photos before they will even read the wonderfully written description full of details and dynamic adjectives.
The first step in this process begins with hiring a realtor that provides professional ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on September 1, 2011
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More Kind Words From More Satisfied Clients!
Thanks Sean for all of your hard work in selling our home. You are professional and hard working. Your knowledge of technology and advertising was a great asset in selling our home easily. You used the latest technology and internet tools to sell our home - we loved having our own website, YouTube video and professional pictures of our home. While ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on August 23, 2011
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Global Market Mayhem May Keep Interest Rates Low.
Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney’s plans to raise interest rates this fall have been put on hold as a result of the continued financial struggles in both the U.S. and Europe. It was originally believed that the bank would be raising rates this September, but recent indications suggest that we could be looking at rates dropping again before we begin to see increases. Home owners concerned ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on August 17, 2011
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More Kind Words from Satisfied Clients
It was pure chance that Danny and I chose Sean as our real estate agent when starting our search to buy a new home but upon our first meeting, we knew the fit was perfect. Many agents pay lip service to their client's wish list but you truly want your clients to be happy with the choice they make. I know we had quite the list but you were patient, ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on August 17, 2011
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The Value of a Realtor – Do You Really Save Money Selling On Your Own?
Hot real estate markets will always result in the emergence of alternative methods to buy and sell property. However, even in the hottest markets, more than 90% of Canadians still choose to enlist the services of a professional real estate agent to sell their homes.
‘For Sale By Owner’ companies promote a unique system for selling real estate. A system that makes potential clients ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on August 12, 2011
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'For Sale By Owner' Founder Needs Broker to Sell His Apartment
Colby Sambrotto, founder of the website ForSaleByOwner.com, which lets people sell their own properties, has sold his two-bedroom apartment with the help of a real-estate broker at a 6% commission.
"At first he wouldn't let me increase the price," [the broker] said. "I told him I know what I am doing-the market is picking up."
Not only could the For Sale By Owner guy not sell his own apartment, ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on August 9, 2011
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Think Beyond The MLS To Get Your House Sold
Spring time is when a lot of home owners decide to put their homes up for sale. The internet has done wonderful things for the real estate industry by giving sellers the opportunity to market their homes on many real estate websites.
When you are choosing a realtor, one of the first questions you should ask is "how will you expose my listing to the market?" If the realtor begins ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 17, 2011
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May Market Update - House Sales Drop, But Prices Remain High!
Canada's real estate market is recovering, though it's not all the way back, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). But don't expect falling sales to be reflected in the price you pay. CREA notes that, in spite of fewer homes changing hands, Canada's average house price will rise four per cent to $352,500 per unit this year, and should jump to nearly $356,000 in 2012. ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 13, 2011
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Keep a Lid on it!
Roofs have always been a concern for buyers, but I think with all the recent shows on TV (e.g. Holmes Inspection), people are becoming more concerned with the condition of the roof as the effects of water damage are quite scary. Every time Mike Holmes identifies roof damage, interior walls are coming down and men in radioactive protective gear show up on the scene to remove all the mould! If you ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on May 1, 2011
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JUST REDUCED - 4 Bedroom Stoney Creek Home Now Only $297,900!
Looking for a great family home with a separate apartment with a separate entrance? Living with in-laws? Looking for rental possibilities to help with mortgage payments? This is your home!
This beautifully maintained 3 + 1 bedroom raised ranch is located on a quiet family friendly court. The spacious front foyer leads you to the large living area with fireplace. Renovated kitchen ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on April 14, 2011
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Open House today in Stoney Creek - 12 Brandow Cr - $309,900
This beautifully maintained 3 + 1 bedroom raised ranch is located on a quiet family friendly court. The spacious front foyer leads you to the large living area with fireplace. Renovated kitchen (07) offers updated cabinetry and countertop space with a new large window looking into the court. From the kitchen, walk out to the 3 tier deck perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on March 20, 2011
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Wonderful Family Home With Loads of Improvements!
Highly upgraded Semi in family friendly neighbourhood. Hardwood on 1st and 2nd floors. $$$ spent on energy efficient improvements. NEW Windows, Air Conditioning system, Furnace, Roof, R50 insulation, Toilets and Garage Door. Just move in and enjoy! Close to Pond, Walking Trails and Schools. Easy access to major highways, public transportation and shopping.
Come by our Open Houses on both ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on February 17, 2011
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See What These Clients Said About My Service
Sean was very professional in looking after our residential needs. He was always available, answering all our calls and emails promptly. He helped us put together a plan for finding the home that suited our needs the most. He negotiated and secured the house we had been looking for on a Sunday.
The next day I was leaving for Las Vegas for business. Sean looked after all the details for selling ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on January 26, 2011
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Clarifying the New Mortgage Regulations
When the new HST was announced, many clients called me to ask questions about how they would be affected. I still have conversations with people who still unwittingly believe HST is applied to the purchase price of a home. So, to avoid similar confusion regarding the new mortgage regulations, I thought I would do my best to clarify the issue. 1) Reduce the maximum ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on January 20, 2011
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Airmiles Giveaway Program - 2011
The last time you sold or bought a house, what did you get from your Realtor to say ‘Thanks for your business’? A bottle of wine, a bouquet of flowers, a gift card? How would you like to earn enough Airmiles for a return flight to Montreal, Chicago or New York City!
Let me send you on a vacation with my 2011 Airmiles Giveaway Program.
BONUS Accommodations Giveaway!!!! ...
Posted by Sean Kavanagh
on January 9, 2011
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